Abscess On Base Of Tail

[Paris Pluto]

Hi everyone,

My cat Jiggy developed an abscess on the base of her tail after being bitten in our backyard by a neighbourhood cat.

I didn't notice she was in any discomfort until after the abscess formed but I took her straight to the vet 2 days ago. They removed as much gunk as they could and told me to give her antibiotics to heal the abscess and painkillers for relief.

I have a few questions.. Will the abscess rupture on its own still? And how long will it take for the abscess to go away?

Thanks in advance

 

[Furballsmom]

Hi! I'm not clear, you said the vet removed gunk so I'm assuming they drained the abcess, but then did the abscess reform/fill up again? You will want to talk to them again about that.

 

[stephanietx]

Usually when they drain the abscess, it clears up with the antibiotics. If it's reformed, then you need to call the vet.